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AK55 GBU

2005 Audi A3

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

173,784 mi
Last recorded173,784 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Audi A395,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 GBU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 173,784 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

brake back plate condition

Pass 26 Apr 2018 167,169 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 152,177 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 139,720 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 124,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 117,234 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 110,279 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 103,990 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

eml light on

Pass 12 Oct 2011 103,990 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

eml light on

Pass 28 Sep 2010 97,203 miles

front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 2 Oct 2009 84,907 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 72,957 miles

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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AK55 GBU is a 2005 Audi A3 in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 95,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK55 GBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK55 GBU registered?

AK55 GBU is a 2005 Audi A3, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is AK55 GBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK55 GBU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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